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Petition for DeForest data center referendum falls short
Petitioners wanted voter approval to be required for annexations over 30 acres. Village Attorney Al Reuter said the language was illegal.
Polzin: How Wisconsin men's basketball came together when push came to shove
The Badgers haven't shown enough togetherness this season. But it was on display in a win over UCLA that included a brief skirmish in the closing seconds.
Packers coach tries to keep season-defining playoff matchup in perspective
While the outcome of Saturday’s game will significantly shape how this season is defined for the Packers, Matt LaFleur has his team focused on just preparing for the "next game."
Minimum wage increase will have unintended consequences | Scott P. Lauder
Affordability has been a recent topic in the news and the political arena.
Donald Trump forgoes human rights for might makes right | George Savage
The Trump administration’s foreign policy is governed by one “principle”: Might makes right.
How is Donald Trump's attack different from Vladimir Putin's? | Patricia M. Giesfeldt
What's the difference between what President Donald Trump is doing in Venezuela and what Russian leader Vladimir Putin is doing in Ukraine? Both want the natural resources of a country not their own, and both are trying to take them…
Lisa Janairo is best choice for growing city of Middleton | Kierstin Kloeckner
I am writing to support Lisa Janairo for the 2026 mayoral election in Middleton. Despite supporting the current mayor, Emily Kuhn, in the last election, I am backing Janairo fully this spring.
5 high school girls basketball stars of the week: Jan. 7 edition
This week's girls basketball 5 stars features several players who notched 30-point games. Vote for your favorite performance as the Supernova.
Wisconsin men's basketball star still go-to player despite recent slump
The Badgers junior was doubting himself after several rough performances in a row. But he didn't doubt himself Tuesday in leading Wisconsin down the stretch to a win over UCLA.
Antetokounmpo, Bucks finding right balance amid squad's development of young guards
Giannis Antetokounmpo is used to being the center of Milwaukee's offense. But with a young, talented backcourt trying to find its footing, the star forward has had to adapt.
Polzin: Badgers men's basketball talking points after victory over UCLA
Wisconsin came alive in the opening half behind its 3-point shooting and defensive intensity. That helped the Badgers earn a much-needed win at the start of a tough stretch.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin men's basketball's win against UCLA
The Badgers picked up a signature win in the midst of maybe the toughest part of their schedule. Here's what stood out from the victory.
Wisconsin football losing leader, starting O-lineman to transfer portal
An in-state star along the offensive line will finish his college career elsewhere after mulling a jump to the pros.
Wisconsin adds depth to defensive line with latest transfer addition
A Canadian is transferring to the Midwest in hopes of becoming a staple in Wisconsin's defensive front.
Wisconsin men's basketball reserve forward ruled out vs. UCLA
The sophomore forward has been a key member of the Badgers' bench unit, averaging 9.4 points per game.
5 facts about Jan. 6 attack that must not be forgotten | St. Louis Post Dispatch
Five years ago, thousands of President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol with a determined goal: to prevent, for the first time ever, the peaceful transfer of power from a sitting American president to a challenger who had electorally…
The ‘grouches and growlers’ are wrong about the ‘good old days’
This State Journal editorial ran on Jan. 5, 1926:
Eldest son of former president
LOS ANGELES — Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan and a conservative commentator, has died. He was 80.
Here’s who’s running for Madison City Council, Dane County Board
The following candidates have filed to be on the ballot in the April 7 election. The filing deadline was 5 p.m. Tuesday. Where necessary, a primary will be held Feb. 17. (I) denotes incumbent.
Both Madison School Board seats on April’s ballot will be contested
Under the Madison School District’s unusual board-election system, candidates file to run for one of seven seats, none of which are connected to specific geographic areas.






